
When America’s Next Top Model premiered in the early 2000s, it looked like a golden ticket: a glamorous TV show that could catapult aspiring models into fame. But two decades later, many contestants describe its aftermath as a curse. Hosted by pop-culture journalist Bridget Armstrong, Curse of: America’s Next Top Model is a deep investigation into the hidden costs of reality television, and what t... more
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Thanks for listening to this season of Curse of: America’s Next Top Model. As you can imagine, we had to leave a lot on the cutting room floor. In this special bonus episode, we hear more behind-the-scenes details and stories from the models. We also... more
Experiencing “Curse of” withdrawal? We’re bringing you a taste of a show we love: Smart Girl Dumb Questions. In this episode excerpt, host Nayeema Raza asks relationship expert Esther Perel: Why is falling in love harder as we get older? Is it age, a... more
No matter who won, Tyra Banks was always the real star of ANTM. But was she a fairy godmother, a villain, or both? On this final episode, we explore Tyra’s on-camera persona and off-camera legacy. We hear from models who went through the ANTM machine... more
To this day, Tyra Banks hails ANTM as a champion of body positivity. But in reality, the show was one of the biggest body shaming offenders of our generation. Season after season, ANTM picked apart contestants’ bodies, shamed them for their weights, ... more
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I love the psychological breakdown. Especially of something that has such a large influence on our culture.
I learned so much listening to this show, as an avid ANTM fan in my childhood/teen years! I like that we're given some different perspectives on the same things, while there's still clearly really great care shown to listening to the most affected people.
I’ve always thought these shows were strange, but this gives you all the tea. Well edited, great host, easy listen, totally binge worthy. Please make MORE seasons!!!
If you’ve even watched one episode of ANTM, this is a must listen. I had NO idea about all that was shared and can’t stop talking about the shocking stories told by those who paid the price for believing in the lies of Tyra Banks and the entire production team. Thank you for shedding light on their stories.
Accidentally listened to 5 episodes the day I discovered this podcast.
Now I’m trying to savor the rest.
More please 🤗
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This podcast offers a critical examination of reality television, particularly focusing on the impact of America's Next Top Model (ANTM) on its contestants and the industry as a whole. It features interviews with former contestants, producers, and experts who reveal the often-hidden psychological dynamics and exploitation that took place behind the scenes of the iconic series. Key themes include body shaming, mental health struggles, manipulation by producers, and the cultural implications of beauty standards perpetuated by the show. With a mix of personal accounts and expert analysis, the series seeks to uncover whether the legacy of ANTM is truly a curse, challenging the audience's perception of reality TV and its moral responsibilities.
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